3.1000
Scope of subpart
FAR 3.1000 establishes the foundation for contractor ethics, mandatory reporting of violations, and fraud awareness requirements in federal contracts.
Overview
- FAR 3.1000 defines the scope of Subpart 3.10, which focuses on implementing statutory requirements for notifying the government of violations of federal criminal law or overpayments, and establishing contractor codes of business ethics and conduct. It also addresses the requirement for displaying agency Office of Inspector General (OIG) fraud hotline posters. The section sets the foundation for the detailed policies and procedures that follow in the subpart, ensuring contractors understand their obligations regarding ethical conduct and reporting mechanisms.
Key Rules
- Implementation of 41 U.S.C. 3509
- Contractors must be aware of and comply with requirements to notify the government of violations of federal criminal law or overpayments.
- Contractor Codes of Business Ethics and Conduct
- Contractors are required to establish and maintain codes of business ethics and conduct.
- Display of OIG Fraud Hotline Posters
- Contractors must display agency OIG fraud hotline posters to promote awareness and reporting of fraud.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Ensure contractors are aware of and comply with ethics and reporting requirements.
- Contractors: Develop and implement ethics codes, report violations or overpayments, and display required posters.
- Agencies: Oversee compliance and provide necessary resources (e.g., hotline posters).
Practical Implications
- This section exists to promote ethical conduct and transparency in federal contracting.
- It impacts daily operations by requiring contractors to have formal ethics programs and reporting mechanisms.
- Common pitfalls include failing to establish adequate ethics codes, not reporting violations, or neglecting poster display requirements.